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Location in StaffordshireBaddeley Edge sits where the marker shows within the county.

35,062
Population
14,893
Households
4 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£38,119
Avg. household income
513
Businesses
2,155
People per km²
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About Baddeley Edge

Baddeley Edge is a village located in Staffordshire, within the county of England. It lies in the northern part of the county, near the border with Cheshire, and is part of the Staffordshire Moorlands district. The village is situated on a ridge, offering views across the surrounding countryside, and is known for its rural setting and proximity to the Peak District National Park. The area is characterised by rolling hills and farmland, with a small community and a mix of traditional and modern housing. The postcode area for Baddeley Edge is ST2, which covers the village and nearby settlements. The village has a local church, a primary school, and a few local amenities, including a pub and a small shop. It is accessible by road via the A530, which connects it to nearby towns such as Stafford and Uttoxeter.

School Ratings in Baddeley Edge

There are 148 schools in and around Baddeley Edge. Our Lady and St Benedict Catholic Academy and Sporting Stars Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Baddeley Edge

The average property price is £155K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £139K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Baddeley Edge

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Baddeley Edge, with 123 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Baddeley Edge

Baddeley Edge sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Baddeley Edge

There are 25 GP surgeries within three miles of Baddeley Edge, the nearest being Millrise Medical Practice (0.6 miles away).

Local Data for Baddeley Edge

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Property Prices 3,422 sales

Average Price £155K
£1K , £6.83M
Detached £231K 583
Semi £139K 1,907
Terraced £114K 780
Flat £79K 42

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

84 Primary
17 Secondary
47 Other
Outstanding 3
Good 8
Requires improvement 1
Inadequate 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the ST2 postcode area.

Hillside Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Sporting Stars Academy Not applicable Outstanding 0.4 miles Milton & Baddley Green Children's Centre 0.6 miles Milton Primary Academy Primary Good 0.6 miles Greenways Primary Academy Primary 0.6 miles Carmountside Primary Academy Primary Good 0.8 miles Birches Head Academy Secondary Inadequate 1.1 miles Norton-Le-Moors Primary Academy Primary 1.2 miles The Excel Academy Secondary 1.3 miles Holden Lane Academy Primary 1.3 miles Manor Abbey School Not applicable 1.4 miles Newfriars College Not applicable Good 1.5 miles

Household Income in Baddeley Edge ONS 2023

The average total household income in Baddeley Edge is approximately £38,119 a year before tax, 31% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £30,423. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Baddeley Edge £38,119
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £30,423.

Businesses in Baddeley Edge ONS 2025

There are approximately 513 active businesses based in Baddeley Edge, around 15 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 10 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

513 Total businesses
15 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Baddeley Edge IMD 2025

Baddeley Edge sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 22%
Working age 60%
Older 65+ 18%
7,590 Children (0-15) 22%
20,995 Working Age 60%
6,476 Older (65+) 18%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 42.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 24.5% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Baddeley Edge 582 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Baddeley Edge sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 207
Anti-Social Behaviour 123
Criminal Damage & Arson 74
Public Order 50
Other Theft 28
Shoplifting 22
Burglary 17
Drugs 16
Vehicle Crime 15
Other Crime 12
Robbery 10
Weapons 6
Bicycle Theft 2
Local Policing
Staffordshire Baddeley, Milton & Norton Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Longport Train Station 3.7 miles
Longton Train Station 4.2 miles
Kidsgrove Train Station 5.4 miles
Blythe Bridge Train Station 5.9 miles
Wedgwood Train Station 7.1 miles
Alsager Train Station 7.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Milton 0.6 miles Bagnall 0.6 miles Light Oaks 0.6 miles Baddeley Green 0.9 miles Stanley Moor 0.9 miles Kerry Hill 0.9 miles Stockton Brook 1.2 miles Abbey Hulton 1.2 miles Norton-in-the-Moors 1.4 miles Jack Hayes 1.4 miles Norton Green 1.4 miles Northwood 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Stoke-on-Trent
County Staffordshire
Ward Bentilee and Ubberley
Constituency Stoke-on-Trent Central
Parish Stoke-on-Trent, unparished area
Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Baddeley Edge

Of the 15,080 households in and around Baddeley Edge, 53% are owned, 34% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 53% Social rented 34% Private rented 13%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Baddeley Edge.

Frequently Asked Questions about Baddeley Edge

What is the population of Baddeley Edge?
Baddeley Edge has a population of approximately 35,062 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Baddeley Edge?
The average property in and around Baddeley Edge sold for about £155,014, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 56% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Baddeley Edge a deprived area?
Baddeley Edge sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Baddeley Edge?
Baddeley Edge is covered by the ST2 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Baddeley Edge?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Baddeley Edge, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Baddeley Edge?
The nearest railway station to Baddeley Edge is Longport Train Station, about 3.7 miles away.

Streets in ST2 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Lane 3 Abbey Road 4 Abbots Place 1 Abbots Road 7 Adams Street 1 Ainsley Close 2 Alan Road 1 Alford Drive 1 Alicia Way 1 Alstonfield Avenue 1 Alton Grove 1 Amelia Close 1 Angus Close 2 Arbourfield Drive 8 Arclid Way 1 Ash Bank Road 6 Ash Grove 1 Ash Way 1 Ashcroft Walk 1 Ashfield Square 2 Atlam Close 2 Aylesbury Road 6 Baddeley Green Lane 5 Baddeley Green Road 1 Baddeley Road 2 Baddeleyhall Road 3 Bagnall Road 2 Baker Crescent 2 Baker Crescent North 1 Baker Crescent South 1

Postcodes in ST2 50 shown View all postcodes

ST2 0AA ST2 0AB ST2 0AD ST2 0AE ST2 0AF ST2 0AG ST2 0AH ST2 0AJ ST2 0AL ST2 0AN ST2 0AP ST2 0AQ ST2 0AR ST2 0AS ST2 0AT ST2 0AU ST2 0AW ST2 0AX ST2 0AY ST2 0AZ ST2 0BA ST2 0BB ST2 0BD ST2 0BE ST2 0BF ST2 0BG ST2 0BH ST2 0BJ ST2 0BL ST2 0BN ST2 0BP ST2 0BQ ST2 0BS ST2 0BT ST2 0BU ST2 0BW ST2 0BX ST2 0BY ST2 0BZ ST2 0DA ST2 0DB ST2 0DD ST2 0DE ST2 0DF ST2 0DG ST2 0DH ST2 0DJ ST2 0DL ST2 0DN ST2 0DP